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  • Bubba Watson starts off on the road to raise $1m with pink-headed G20 driver

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 25 January 2012

    Winning Major Championships may be the ultimate goal for long-hitting Bubba Watson, but the American has also pledged to try and raise $1million for charities this year. As part of the “Bubba and Friends Drive it to a Million” initiative, Watson’s equipment sponsor PING will donate $300 to the cause for the first 300 drives that he launches over 300 yards in 2012.

  • Yes! putters launch 2012 range at PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 24 January 2012

    Twelve months after being purchased by Adams Golf, Yes! have announced a new line of putters for 2012 which will be unveiled at this year’s PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. Each putter in the new range will feature a contrasting insert for enhanced feel, which is positioned in a precision-milled slot behind the face. The patented C-Groove technology, that Yes! is predominantly known...

  • Starlet Fowler agrees Cobra move

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 23 January 2012

    Superstar Rickie Fowler has joined the likes of Ian Poulter and Johann Edfors by signing a deal to play Cobra Golf woods and irons this year. The Californian, who signed with apparel giant PUMA in 2009, starts his season at the Farmer’s Insurance Open later this week and was clearly excited about using the new products. “I am so excited to have...

  • PING i20 driver and irons help Wilson to victory in California

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 23 January 2012

    Mark Wilson put PING’s new i20 driver and irons to good effect as he secured his fifth PGA Tour title with victory at the Humana Challenge. The American holed a 10-foot putt for birdie on the last to give him a two shot victory over John Mallinger, Johnson Wagner and Robert Garrigus. The long-hitting Garrigus had glory in his sights on the final hole,...

  • Callaway Hex Black Tour golf ball: video interview

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Sunday 22 January 2012

    When it comes to golf balls Callaway say the key is about spin separation – low spin off the tee and high spin round the greens and the new Hex Black Tour, according to the company, offers the biggest difference of any ball they’ve ever produced. The ball is Callaway’s first five-piece golf ball construction and has been designed to offer...

  • Callaway Hex Chrome golf ball: video interview

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Saturday 21 January 2012

    Callaway’s new Hex Chrome golf ball has been billed by the company as a Tour-level ball for moderate swing speeds. Golfers with moderate swing speeds have often had to make a compromise somewhere in their game with the ball they play. A softer feeling ball might cost them distance off the tee while a harder ball could limit spin and feel...

  • Callaway unveil Hex Black Tour and Hex Chrome golf balls

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 18 January 2012

    Callaway have released two new golf balls for 2012 including the five-piece premium Hex Black Tour and the three-piece Hex Chrome balls. Both balls feature a new proprietory thermoplastic urethane cover which Callaway say, at 0.034″, is the thinnest moulded TPU cover on the market and incredibly soft and durable. The thin cover increases greenside feel and spin according to the company...

  • New Callaway Forged wedges: video interview

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 18 January 2012

    Since the change of groove rule in 2010 the design of the grooves on the face of wedges has become even more important and with the new Forged wedge for 2012, Callaway believe they have it cracked. They’ve developed a unique 21 groove pattern which features on the face of both the new Forged wedge and the current X-Series Jaws model. They say...

  • USPGA Champion Bradley signs apparel deal with Tommy Hilfiger

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 18 January 2012

    American Keegan Bradley has signed a deal with clothing giant Tommy Hilfiger, which will see the 2011 USPGA Champion take up a role as Golf Collection Ambassador. Bradley, who was named PGA Tour Rookie of the year following his success at the Atlanta Athletic Club in the year’s final Major, will represent the brand by wearing pieces from the men’s golf collection. “I...

  • Ross Fisher makes switch to Nike Golf

    Written by Jonathan Greatehad, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Tuesday 17 January 2012

    Englishman Ross Fisher has joined the swelling ranks of Tour professionals at Nike Golf, after he signed a multi-year contract that will see him head-to-toe in apparel, footwear and equipment. The switch to Nike Golf is the first manufacturer change in his seven years as a professional, and the four-time European Tour winner was delighted to have made the move. “Just looking...

  • Johnson Wagner secures first win with TaylorMade R11s driver

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Monday 16 January 2012

    American Johnson Wagner is the first Tour pro to triumph using the new TaylorMade R-11s driver after winning the Sony Open just two weeks after putting it in the bag. Wagner only put the R11s into play last week at the Hyundai Tournament of Champion where he recorded a top 10 finish and told TaylorMade Tour staff that until using the new...

  • ECCO launches BIOM Hybrid shoes and reveals 2012 product line-up

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 16 January 2012

    ECCO has announced its new shoe line-up for 2012, with the innovative BIOM Hybrid being billed as this year’s standout product. The Danish manufacturer will also offer an updated Street shoe, as well as upgraded BIOM and Cool III models. The BIOM Hybrid combines the outsole from the Street shoe with the Natural Motion technology that featured in the original BIOM that launched last...

  • Webster extends deal with Wilson Staff

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Monday 16 January 2012

    Two-time European Tour winner Steve Webster has extended his deal with Wilson Staff, and will use the brand’s FG Tour irons. In addition to his two Tour titles at the Italia Open (2005) and the Portugal Masters (2007), the 36-year-old was also the man who beat Tiger Woods to the Silver Medal at the 1995 Open Championship at St Andrews. “We are...

  • Counterfeit golf websites closed down

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 12 January 2012

    The world’s leading golf equipment manufacturers have pulled together to close 62 websites offering counterfeit goods to customers. Manufacturers including Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping and Cleveland are part of The US Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group who have announced that a preliminary injunction has been issued by the Southern District Court of Florida to shut down 62 websites where counterfeit clubs were sold. The...

  • Sneak peek: new Scotty Cameron Studio Select line

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Thursday 12 January 2012

    We’ve just had an early preview peak at the new Scotty Cameron Studio Select line for 2012 and they look absolutely stunning. The new line looks as though it will incorporate at least five models, featuring well known head shapes such as the Newport and Newport 2 among others. It features a great looking dark finish which provides a brilliant contrast with...

  • New Callaway Razr X Black driver: video interview

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    With all the hype surrounding Callaway’s first adjustable driver, the Razr Fit, you may have missed the launch of the Razr X Black driver this week. This driver is designed for speed and distance with an aerodynamic head and a longer, 46″ shaft and comes in at a lower price point, sitting at £229. We’ve featured the driver in the next issue...

  • Callaway Razr X Black fairway wood: video interview

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    Callaway’s new Razr X Black fairway wood for 2012 is designed to combine the best better-player and game-improver elements from their fairway wood line-up over the past few years. The Razr X Black fairway features a hosel, which is a hallmark of Callaway’s better-player woods, as well as a low centre of gravity, forgiving head and deeper face synonymous with game-improver...

  • New Callaway Razr X Black irons: video interview

    Written by David Connor, TG Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    It’s a busy time of year for equipment launches and one of the things that Callaway is most excited about for 2012 is the new Razr X Black irons. The new irons are designed to sit right at the heart of Callaway’s iron range, aimed at golfers who want a high level of forgiveness but don’t want to play overly big...

  • Poulter agrees Cobra Puma Golf shoe deal

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    Ryder Cup hero Ian Poulter has signed a new deal with Cobra Puma Golf, which will see the player wear the brand’s new golf shoes. As well as the new Neo Classic Pro Type the world number 16, who has been an ambassador for Cobra for over five years, will also be wearing a new range of buckles. “We are excited to have a world-class golfer...

  • Stewart Golf to offer X7 Lithium in stunning new white colour

    Written by Jonathan Greathead, TG Senior Equipment Editor on Wednesday 11 January 2012

    Stewart Golf have announced that they will now offer their brilliant X7 Lithium powered cart in a new pearlescent white colour. “We have had many customers & distributors asking for a special white version of the X7, so we are very pleased to bring this to market,” said MD Mark Stewart. “White is very fashionable for premium cars now, and this special...

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